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When you see the word 'REAL' as an acronym, what are some thoughts that come to mind? Originally, that wasn't the first word that JB wrote down, but after much thought he decided to keep it simple, yet meaningful. After all, everyone just wants to keep it real, right?

Enrolling in the Fashion Institute of Technology allowed JB to really hone in on his love for fashion, particularly all things streetwear. Also, since becoming a business owner he has adopted the mentality of doing this for the community, family and friends around him.

So what does Royalty Evolves After Loyalty truly mean to JB?

Tune in to episode 49 as he discusses his collegiate journey and how he came to attend FIT, the upcoming plans he has for the brand and much more!

For more information about R.E.A.L. and to stay up to date with the latest news and products:

Instagram: @real.clothingg ; @allmoneyin_jb

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When something starts off as nothing more than a hobby for you, but then grows into a lifestyle you may adopt a special appreciation for it. For Rod, that special appreciation came in the form of posters on his walls.

These posters ranged from musical artists, athletes, scenes from movies, you name it. Each one had its own meaning and rightful spot on the wall. However, as the word spread and people saw the work Rod was doing they wanted to have posters of their own but didn't necessarily know where to start.

So what do you do when you no longer have access to something but still want to provide for the people?

Tune in to episode 48 as Rod discusses the true inspiration behind The Wall Tats, a recent partnership he secured with a well known arts and crafts store and much more!

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Instagram: @thewalltats ; @thehotrod8

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A picture can be worth a thousand words depending on who you ask, but what about who is behind the lens? What was the perspective of the photographer as they captured said picture? For Deonna, the answer is never the same and that is what she finds to be one of the amazing things about the creative process.

Deonna has come to truly love beauty in all forms and that is why she takes so much pride in each shoot to ensure the client is always beyond satisfied?

But when a pandemic strikes, how did that change the way Deonna went about her craft?

Tune in to episode 47 as Deonna recalls some of her favorite moments along her photography journey, explains how she took full advantage of the pandemic and much more!

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Instagram: @thethingsshesaw ; @d_sweezyy

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Is there anything in your life that you have dedicated yourself to for over 10 years? Well for Dj Double O, or Hood it would be Big Wave Promotions, LLC. From the outside looking in, you may think it is all promotional content and events, but it is truly a FAMILY that extends far and wide throughout North Carolina. A family that over the years has been able dabble in a lot of different opportunities especially within community outreach.

So with all of this dabbling, how did Hood turn into Dj Double O and achieve a necessary balance with Big Wave?

Tune in to episode 46 as Hood credits his mentor/successor for the position he is in today, explains the impact that Big Wave has been able to have over the last decade and much more!

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What does the journey to building a 7-figure skincare brand look like? For Meagan, it is something that she can walk you through firsthand because she is living it day in and day out. GetFlawlessSkin emerged as a result of Meagan wanting to step away from her 9-5 and enter the entrepreneurial space.

As we may know, when taking on a new venture it can often be met with adversity but it is all about how you handle and progress forward from your trials and tribulations. Meagan is no stranger to experiencing hardships but the journey is something she has grown to appreciate because without it she wouldn't be the woman she is today.

When you hear the word 'authenticity' what are some characteristics that come to mind?

Tune in to episode 45 as Meagan gives us her timeline of how GetFlawlessSkin came to be everything it is today, the importance of always holding true to your values and much more!

For more information about GetFlawlessSkin and to stay up to date with all of their products and releases:

Instagram: @getflawlessskin ; @milliondollarmeagan

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The beauty about creativity is that it comes in many forms and brings out different things in all of us. For Rachel, her inspiration comes from not only her past experiences but the growing love for wanting to connect with people from all walks of life.

She is able to translate her creative process through music, storytelling and public speaking which Rachel is looking forward to getting more involved with as the year progresses. Additionally, she will be publishing her second book some time this year and teases some of what to expect during the interview.

Rachel recognizes that we all experience trials and tribulations throughout life, but will you allow those to define who you are?

Tune in to episode 44 as Rachel sheds some light on how her past has truly shaped the life she is living today, gives some advice as we continue adjusting to the circumstances around us and much more!

For more information about Rachel and to check out her current and upcoming projects:

Instagram: @rthestoryteller ; @pulseforpurpose ; @mixedpleasures

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After countless years of doing the behind the scenes work and manifesting the life you truly want to live, there is no better feeling than watching the stars align right before your eyes. This couldn't be more true for Kenny The Plug especially with the constant evolution of social media, it really allowed things to propel for him.

However, even with wearing so many different hats throughout the course of his life, that didn't deter him from taking a different, yet wholesome approach for the year 2021. For Kenny, it is all about spreading the love amongst others and he was able to take advantage of Clubhouse to provide a platform for many to do just that.

So what is it like when you dedicate yourself to being a resource for others in all facets of life?

Tune in to episode 43 as Kenny breaks down the importance of putting in the work and loving what you do no matter what, how to utilize the resources available to you and much more!

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Often times in our lives we are given certain opportunities where the reality may exceed our expectations and this is especially true for Hugo V. Things began to shift when he was originally assigned to open up and reveal step one at a retreat for compulsive gamblers. However, Hugo ended up having to wrap things up at the retreat and end on step 12.

After some reflection, Hugo realizes that he had rewritten all 12 Steps in a manner that will forever change not only his life, but addicts all over.

What started as a retreat presentation has since become a YouTube channel, a website, a podcast, an online course and even two books!

But Hugo refuses to let it end there...

Tune in to episode 42 as Hugo reveals how Life is Wonderful came to be what it is today, walks us through his journey as an entrepreneur for over 30 years and much more!

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Instagram: @lifeiswonderful.love

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Imagine being able to debunk myths earlier on and thus for generations to come more families would be better off financially. For Keon, Tristan and Akeel that was the one of the main goals behind getting started with Millennial Finance Network. After realizing their combined knowledge and expertise in real estate and life insurance, they wanted to continuously spread this to their communities.

Millennial Finance TV/Network is comprised of interactive videos, a podcast and many more resources about eliminating worry or panic in the event of emergency situations. However, these gentlemen take it a step further and show you how this money can be beneficial to you and your family years down the line.

So what has the experience been like trying to bridge the gap between so much misinformation?

Tune in to episode 41 as Keon eases us into the world of life insurance, drops some knowledge to ensure we are taking advantage of all the money that is out there for us and much more!

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Instagram: @millennialfinancetv

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Adversity can come in many different forms and certainly has no timetable attached to it. However, Shae ending up using the difficult times in her life to take risks and invest in herself.

When carbon is put under an overwhelming amount of pressure it then goes on to form a diamond, so it is no surprise that the name of Shae's boutique is Pressured Diamonds. The name doesn't just speak to what she has endured throughout her life but also the rich feeling that she wants EVERYONE to have when shopping with her and wearing the products.

So what happens when you go from selling 35 outfits in a single week to just two in three months?

Tune in to episode 40 as Shae takes us on an emotional rollercoaster of her first year in business, describes where her motivation comes from and even gives us the story behind how her fragrance line was recently released!

For more information about Pressured Diamonds and all of their current and upcoming products:

Instagram: @pressureddiamonds__ ; @yaneek__

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